Australian Mole Cricket vs Elegant Cave Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Mole Cricket | Elegant Cave Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gryllotalpa pluvialis | Ceuthophilus elegans |
| Order | Orthoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Gryllotalpidae | Rhaphidophoridae |
| Size | 30-45 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Caves |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Mole Cricket
A native Australian mole cricket that emerges from the soil in large numbers after heavy rains. It is attracted to lights on warm, wet nights.
Did You Know?
Its species name pluvialis means rain-loving, referring to its habit of mass emergence after heavy downpours.
Elegant Cave Cricket
A moderately-sized cave cricket found in caves and dark sheltered areas across the eastern United States. It has a mottled brown body pattern.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, it is also commonly found in basements and crawl spaces.